A1 Idiom Informal

Cheer up.

Be happy, stop being sad.

Meaning

Used to tell someone to be happier.

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Cultural Background

Americans often use 'cheer up' as a quick, optimistic response to minor sadness. British people might prefer 'Chin up' to 'Cheer up' as it sounds slightly less intrusive.

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Tone matters

Say it with a smile, otherwise it sounds sarcastic.

Meaning

Used to tell someone to be happier.

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Tone matters

Say it with a smile, otherwise it sounds sarcastic.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

She tried to ___ him up with a funny story.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: cheer

The phrase is 'cheer up'.

Which is correct?

Choose the natural way to say this.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Cheer me up!

The object goes in the middle.

🎉 Score: /2

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

2 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

She tried to ___ him up with a funny story.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: cheer

The phrase is 'cheer up'.

Which is correct? Choose A2

Choose the natural way to say this.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Cheer me up!

The object goes in the middle.

🎉 Score: /2

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is too informal and might be seen as disrespectful.

Related Phrases

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Chin up

similar

Stay brave

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Look on the bright side

similar

Find the positive

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